TITLE: INTERPRETIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT MANAGER
TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
/ 40 hours per Week
DIVISION: Interpretive Services
DEPARTMENT: Guest
Recreation
REPORTS TO: Interpretive Services Manager
CLOSING DATE: APRIL
6, 2014
POSITION SUMMARY
The
Interpretive Services Assistant Manager supports the Interpretive Services department
in ensuring high quality interpretive programming for DNC Parks and Resorts at
Yosemite. S/he acts as a catalyst in
creating opportunities for visitors to form their own intellectual and
emotional connections with the meanings and significance of Yosemite. S/he is responsible for supervising seasonal
naturalist staff, overseeing all aspects of public programming, interpretive
training, department scheduling, and offering interpretive programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
·
Responsible for all aspects of
managing the naturalist staff and interns, including hiring, supervision,
training and coaching.
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Oversee all aspects of public
programming, including new program development, logistics, ticketing, and park
newspaper submissions.
·
Develop and conduct interpretive
training for Interpretive Services, other DNC departments, NPS and park
·
partner staff.
·
Maintain department calendars and
schedules and disseminate through weekly program listings, tour desks, and the
DNC website. Collaborate with other DNC departments, NPS and other park
partners for program and event scheduling.
·
Plan, create and execute thematic
programs while encouraging active learning, critical thinking and stewardship.
·
Responsible for other duties as
assigned, such as administrative tasks, special projects, and special event
planning for Yosemite.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
·
Baccalaureate Degree in Interpretation,
Science, Natural Resources, History or relevant degree. In the absence of a
Baccalaureate degree in Interpretation, candidate must have NAI CIG
certification, equivalent Eppley Certification, or significant interpretation
training.
·
Experience
developing and leading interpretive learning programs (classroom teaching is
not equivalent).
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Experience supervising, training
and coaching interpreters.
·
Experience in management and/or
administration.
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Experience working with children.
·
Experience with web management
and social media preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &
ABILITIES
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Proficiency with computers and
the Microsoft Office Suite.
·
Strong leadership, interpersonal,
management and communication skills.
·
Must work well as a team and
independently.
·
Must be organized, punctual,
self-directed, detail-oriented, flexible, creative, enthusiastic and motivated.
·
Must be able to lead hikes of up
to five [5] miles at 4,000 ft. or higher.
·
Must be able to lift fifty (50)
pounds on a regular basis.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &
ABILITIES CONTINUED…
·
Must be willing to work varied
shifts, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
·
Must possess a valid California
driver’s license.
·
Knowledge of the Sierra
ecosystems and cultural history preferred.
·
Second language fluency
preferred.
·
Possession of current first aid
and CPR certifications preferred.
·
Background in the performing
and/or visual arts preferred.
TO APPLY
- Submit a cover letter and résumé to Kara
Stella, Assistant Manager of Interpretive Services, Delaware North Companies
Parks & Resorts at Yosemite at kstella@dncinc.com.
- Also visit
http://www.yosemitepark.com/AboutUs_Employment_HowtoApply.aspx to apply
online via PeopleManager.
- Telephone 209-372-1257. Fax 209-372-1218.
Email kstella@dncinc.com.
- Equal
Employment Opportunity
- Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider
applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion,
creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran
status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.
- FINAL CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE
SUBJECT TO DRUG TESTING AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
